Mentoring

Many Heads have no mentor, coach or critical friend with relevant experience. And yet, it has never been more important to have the input of a wise, supportive, experienced mentor who can listen, advise and offer options for addressing the various challenges which headship poses. This is a completely confidential service tailored in any way as required.

Cost: The daily rate for termly visits/phone/email/zoom support is £435 (no VAT) + travel expenses

Appraisal

Over the years I have developed a personalised 360 degree appraisal for Heads and SLTs which includes on-site interviews, meetings and online surveys of staff, parent and governor views. A detailed report containing qualitative and quantitative feedback and agreed recommendations is then provided for the Head and Chair. All those who have been appraised by me have found the experience affirming, helpful and manageable and I am able to provide testimony from Heads or Chairs of Governors should this be required. I have recently conducted appraisals at The Dragon, Bilton Grange, Hampton Prep, The Manor, Aldwickbury and Sunningdale.

Cost: £2,375 (no VAT) + travel expenses

Appointments

I offer an individualised service for schools seeking to make headship or senior leadership appointments. Over the last year I have led the search on behalf of two prep schools who made successful appointments of new heads. Throughout the process I offer the school, governors and candidates complete support and tailored feedback. Being closely networked to the prep school sector, I am well-connected to the many talented people seeking new challenges and am able to help boards find the right fit for any vacancy. I am able to provide testimony from Chairs of Governors should this be required.

Cost: £435 per day (no VAT) + travel expenses. A fixed fee can be agreed if this is preferable.

General consultation and strategic advice

Boards of Governors and senior leadership teams from time to time may require advice on strategic development and school improvement. Having had a great deal of experience as a leading education consultant as well as twenty years as a prep school head, I am well placed to help. Knowing the prep school world well, I also have considerable experience assisting governors with headship appointments.

Cost: £435 per day (no VAT) + travel expenses. A fixed fee can be agreed if this is preferable.